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Curated Tour - National Gallery of Art with French Art Historian

31 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 31 reviews collected by Cool DC and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Washington DC, USA
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On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French

Overview

REACH OUT DIRECTLY AT ART WITH TOSCA

Instead of wandering purposelessly in the National Gallery of Art, Tosca will lead you into an in-depth visit of the museum’s history and its masterpieces. You have heard of Raphael, Da Vinci, Titian, Rembrandt, Monet but do you really know their lives and why they are seen as geniuses? We’ll dive into the lives of the great masters as we wander the rooms of the NGA.

We’ll go from the only Da Vinci in America before seeing Monet’s “Japanese Footbridge” to witness the different styles and evolutions in art. You’ll be armed with the information and history that you’ll need to appreciate the works of art on display.

Art with Tosca offers tours of cultural institutions in Washington D.C and online lectures about art history. Tosca brings you an extensive knowledge about European Art history having studied and lived between Paris, London and Italy.

Great gift idea: a lot of my guests have received this tour as a gift - They loved it!

What's Included

  • "Semi-private" means that there is never more than 8 guests maximum
  • Semi-private Museum Tour
  • Entrance to the museum is included
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
  • Tour price does NOT include transportation. We recommend Uber, Taxi or Metro (get off at Archives)
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Constitution Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20565, USA

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National Gallery of Art

Instead of wandering purposelessly in the National Gallery of Art, I will lead you into an in-depth visit of the museum’s history and its masterpieces by some of the world’s most acclaimed artists. For a better experience, tours are limited to 6 people. I bring you an extensive knowledge about European Art history having studied and lived between Paris, Italy and London (UK). You have heard of Raphael, Da Vinci, Rubens, Rembrandt, Monet, Degas etc but do you really know their lives and why they are geniuses? We’ll dive into the lives of the painters behind some of the world’s most famous paintings. If none of the following names ring a bell to you, we’ll make sure that they do by the end of the tour. We’ll go from Da Vinci’s “Portrait of Ginevra de’ Benci” before fast-forwarding to Monet’s “Japanese Footbridge” to witness the different styles and evolutions in art over the centuries.
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2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Curated Tour – National Gallery of Art with French Art Historian?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • "Semi-private" means that there is never more than 8 guests maximum
  • Semi-private Museum Tour
  • Entrance to the museum is included
  • Professional Guided Tour led by Art Historian
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
  • Tour price does NOT include transportation. We recommend Uber, Taxi or Metro (get off at Archives)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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